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My small business has debt

General information for New Jersey, New York and Washington, DC · Last updated

Quick answer

Business structure and personal guarantees determine which debts and assets need review.

Do now

Gather formation documents, loan agreements, guarantees, tax records, payroll obligations, and ownership information. Ask a business-bankruptcy lawyer about options for the entity and for you personally.

Watch for

An LLC label does not erase a personal guarantee. Business entities generally cannot appear without counsel, and personal Chapter 7 discharge rules do not apply identically to an entity.

Official sources

NJ Bankruptcy Court — Chapter 7 Debtor Assistance, DC Bankruptcy Court — Filing Papers for Non-Individuals, US Courts — Chapter 7 Basics.

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